From ready-to-wear to couture, contemporary fashion to antique home décor, Wicker Park is one of Chicago's hippest and liveliest neighbourhoods. To get your dose of retail therapy, head for some of the trendy boutiques that pepper the streets between stylish restaurants, cafés and clubs.

Casa de Soul - This is the spot for hard-to-find designer clothing, jewellery and accessories for men and women. Faux fur shrugs, retro resin bracelets, interior décor from Asia and Africa, music, magazines and more.
1919 W. Division

Clothes Minded - The knowledgeable staff at this fun shop helps modern “everyday girls” select wardrobe staples or special occasion pieces by must-have Chicago designers such as Denise Allen Robinson. You can also scoop up offerings from national names like Sanctuary and Twill Twenty Two.
1735 N. Damen

futurgarb boutique - Cool 2000-square-foot loft boutique with 17-foot ceilings and the top underground fashion from all over the world. futurgarb has plenty of hip garb for both gals and guys, including such lines as Salvage, Affliction, 7-Diamonds, Drifter, Billabong, Zinc, B.B. Dakota, Hot Kiss, Nick & Mo and Goorin Hats. Accessorize your outfit and shop your way through an array of accessories including bags, belts, buckles, hats, wallets, sunglasses and jewellery.
1359 N. Milwaukee

Habit - Over 75 independent, emerging Chicago designers show their wares at Habit. A lively mix of fashion-forward designs and avant-garde sculptural pieces, to whimsical t-shirts and skirts.  Many limited-edition pieces are available here, plus in-house alterations.
1951 W. Division

Language - The rock princesses, peasant girls and glamourous fashionistas all find the right looks at this eclectic clothing and jewellery shop. Great accessories, too.
1537 N. Milwaukee

Plein Aire - Trendy, classic and funky clothes are under one roof all at great prices. (Check out the soy candles and sequin embellished sleep sets.)
2036 W. Division

Tangerine - Laurie B. and other top designer labels can be found at this modern, spacious emporium of sophisticated feminine chic.
1719 N. Damen